Job Category: Nursing
Hospital Location: Newmarket ON
Job Type: Permanent, Part time
Number of Positions: 1
Union: ONA RN
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $68.30 - $81.53
Why Join Our Team?
A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety.
Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable).
Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.
If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!
About the role:
The Nurse Practitioner:
- Engage in direct and in-direct advanced clinical practice, education, research and consultation within the area of internal medicine to ensure the highest quality of care is provided to patients and families.
- Actively participate as part of the program and professional leadership team in promoting quality care by implementing evidence based practices, evaluating patient outcomes, development and evaluation of policies, clinical programs and services.
- Model both the professional and organization core competencies and provide expert clinical nursing leadership.
- Provide comprehensive specialty care focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management. Working in collaboration with the team, the NP offers patient-centered care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, while adhering to the top of their scope of practice.
What you’ll be doing:
- Regularly track and evaluate patients’ symptoms and health status to identify early warning signs of deterioration. Take proactive steps to prevent hospitalizations and worsening of conditions.
- Conduct routine and comprehensive health evaluations for patients with chronic illnesses, monitoring key health indicators to proactively manage their conditions.
- Promote adherence to prescribed medication regimens by educating patients on the significance of compliance, potential side effects, and proper actions to take in case of missed doses
- Serve as the first point of contact for the designated patient population, providing rapid access and response for urgent concerns and coordinating timely interventions, particularly for high-risk or complex chronic patients.
- Identify and diagnose new health conditions, including common illnesses and injuries, within the scope of routine primary care. Ensure timely and effective treatment interventions.
- Collaborate with the Interprofessional Care Team (IPCT) to develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient progress and emerging needs.
- Provide ongoing education and support to patients and their families, empowering them with knowledge and self-management tools for chronic conditions.
- Coordinate referrals and facilitate communication with specialists, ensuring that their recommendations are integrated into the patient’s overall care plan for continuous and comprehensive care.
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of available external programs and resources. Appropriately refer patients to these programs to enhance their care and provide additional support beyond the clinic setting.
- Facilitate smooth transitions for patients moving between different levels of care, such as from hospital to home or from primary care to specialist services, ensuring continuity and comprehensive management of their health and well-being.
- Work closely with the team to ensure seamless patient care by maintaining accurate documentation of all patient interactions and care plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
What you bring:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from an accredited institution is required, with a Masters in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner Stream, or Masters in Nursing/Master of Science in Nursing with successful completion of a post Masters Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate program from a recognized school of graduate studies.
- Active registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Nurse Practitioner (RN(EC)).
- Current membership with the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) or the Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO), along with proof of liability insurance.
- Current RN Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Certified Diabetes Educator
- BCLS required
- Minimum 3 years experience in related clinical specialty preferred
- Minimum 3 years relevant clinical specialty-related experience as a Registered Nurse
- Clinical specialty organizational membership
- Nurse Practitioner’s Association of Ontario
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative practice model with multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative and work autonomously utilizing critical thinking skills, and advanced decision-making, problem recognition and problem solving skills.
- Experience in clinical nursing, and multidisciplinary leadership and education.
- On call required as needed
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and independently
- Ability to contribute and work within an interdisciplinary team
- Commitment to professional accountability and high standard of performance
- Computer literacy in windows based applications
- Working knowledge of laboratory safety requirements with a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace
- Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated problem assessment skills
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
- Demonstrated individual leadership skills
- Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
- Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health.
Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.
Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspective each candidate brings to our organization.
Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.
Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health
Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health!
